July 8, 2020
While we have previously addressed some of the more common myths about coronavirus, there have also been some misconceptions about products and methods that kill the virus. These methods include fogging, heating, UV rays, and more. Here we’ll go over all of these to explain why they are or aren’t effective as well as give […]
July 7, 2020
In a welcome turn of events, the U.S. House of Representatives has introduced an amendment to the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a tax credit to ensure that businesses are properly cleaned and disinfected when ‘‘stay-at-home’’ orders are lifted and to help prevent the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). Representatives Darin LaHood (R-IL) and […]
June 23, 2020
As businesses and organizations are developing plans to address the COVID-19 outbreak, many are looking to include surface testing into their protocols. Surface testing, especially in high touch areas, is critical in curbing the spread of COVID-19, especially since the virus can live on some surfaces for up to 17 days. With numerous testing methods […]
June 23, 2020
As the coronavirus (COVID-19) curve flattens and businesses reopen, it’s of utmost importance to maintain proper COVID-19 safety precautions to prevent another widespread outbreak. This is particularly true for hotels and the hospitality industry as a whole. They are international hubs, where people from around the world come together, increasing the risk of global outbreak. […]
June 9, 2020
As the number of new coronavirus (COVID-19) cases begins to slow and businesses start to reopen, it’s crucial to maintain proper COVID-19 safety precautions to prevent further spread. Organizations such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have been pivotal in publishing up-to-date materials to help businesses stay safe. Recently, they published some […]
June 9, 2020
While most people probably use the terms cleaning, disinfecting, and sanitizing interchangeably in everyday life, they do not mean the same thing. Misuse of these terms, especially within the biohazard remediation and virucidal disinfection industry, can cause misunderstandings and, importantly, could have real-life consequences. Read, ‘Knowing the Difference Between Disinfectants & Antimicrobials.’ What is Cleaning? […]
June 1, 2020
As life starts to normalize and schools reopen in the fall, it’s important to know the proper safety precautions in order to prevent another coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Keeping your students safe is your #1 priority, and there has been some misinformation floating around about the chemicals and cleaning protocols that are effective against coronavirus — […]
May 22, 2020
While there has been some confusion on the recent guidance from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) regarding how COVID-19 spreads, the science around how the disease spreads hasn’t changed, “through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks.” The CDC with their updated guidance has simply stratified the risk, stating that […]
May 21, 2020
We now know that coronavirus (COVID-19) is highly contagious and insidious. It can survive on surfaces for approximately 17 days and many people infected by the virus do not exhibit symptoms until approximately two weeks after infection, making it difficult to trace and contain. This is why having a trusted professional disease and biohazard remediation […]
May 20, 2020
Businesses must develop a plan to maintain a healthy work environment in order to comply with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) coronavirus (COVID-19) safety guidelines. While employee screening and testing doesn’t 100% guarantee your business will remain safe from COVID-19, it does safeguard your business […]